When tensions are high, even the most innocent of projects—such as this proposed US moon-based telescope—can be easily misconstrued as a threat to other countries' security. Artist’s illustration, courtesy of Danielle Futselaar/Breakthrough Listen: Lunar Opportunities for SETI. https://seti.berkeley.edu/lunarseti/
By John Mecklin, January 17, 2022
When tensions are high, even the most innocent of projects—such as this proposed US moon-based telescope—can be easily misconstrued as a threat to other countries' security. Artist’s illustration, courtesy of Danielle Futselaar/Breakthrough Listen: Lunar Opportunities for SETI. https://seti.berkeley.edu/lunarseti/
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